Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Class C Mini-Motor Homes Built On 2003 Chevrolet Chassis, The Chassis Fuel Return Line, Which Is Tapped To Supply Fuel To The Generator, Has Been Found To Have Pressures That Exceed The MaximUM Allowed By The Generator Manufacturer.
Make Of Vehicle
Coachmen
Model Of Vehicle
FREEDOM
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
03V065000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
As A Result, If The Generator Is Operated At The Same Time The Chassis Engine Is Running, Excess Fuel Could Be Delivered To The Generator, Creating A Potential For A Generator Stall And Possible Fuel Spill. In The Event Of A Fuel Spill, A Fire Could Occur.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Install An Approved Kit That Draws The Generator Fuel Supply Directly From The Fuel Tank. Owner Notification Is Began March 24, 2003. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Coachmen At 1-800-453-6064.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Coachmen RV Company
Start Of Manufacture
20021103
End Of Manufacture
20030218
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
135
Date Owners Notified
20030324
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Coachmen RV Company, Llc
Date Report Received
20030310